Probably will get an Accuphase integrated amp (perhaps the E-460, 2x180W into 8 ohms, should be enough for my uses), unless some really nice vintage amp shows up in local 2nd hand hifi stores, when I'm doing my shopping.

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do you plan to use a consumer level eq also?? i love the ones that light up all the sliders and have level meters!!!

Untypical for a high end amp, the Accuphase actually has bass and treble controls, so I won't be needing an external EQ. Or at least I have no plans to get one, other than very likely the ARS crossover (and mixer).

Thanks for all the suggestions so far, I'll check those out when I have the chance!